how i got an italian passport.

If I had waited, it never would have happened. This is the story of how I got my Italian passport, from finding my great-grandparents' handwritten birth certificates in Sicily, to spending 2 years collecting documents, to packing up my life in LA and moving to Sardinia, to finally hearing "Oggi sei italiana." I share: Why I couldn't get a consulate appointment in LA and what I did instead How I collected all my documents myself without hiring a lawyer What living abroad actually looked like while I waited for my application What it felt like the moment I became an Italian citizen If you're researching Italian citizenship by descent or European citizenship, or if you're curious about getting a second passport and what life abroad really looks like, this video's for you. More information on getting Italian Citizenship through descent → https://dualusitalian.com/ 📍 Book a chat with me about living in Italy and/or freelancing: https://tr.ee/nROwhY_J4u 👉 If this video resonated with you, please give it a thumbs up and subscribe for more ‪@jenontherunn‬ ☕️ Buy a coffee for Jen: https://buymeacoffee.com/jenontherunn 00:00 How it all started 00:29 Trying to get a consulate appointment in LA 01:58 Collecting documents (and why I didn't hire a lawyer) 03:23 Moving to Italy to apply 04:23 Arriving in Sardinia 06:10 Submitting my application — one month before the law changed 07:17 The long wait (and a really good summer) 09:31 Realizing I didn't want to go back to LA 12:07 The moment I became Italian 13:50 What this all meant find me on social ig ➭   / jenontherunn   blog ➭ https://www.jenontherun.com 👩‍💻 ABOUT ME: I’m Jen, and I’m always running around the world. Based in Los Angeles, I’m just a flight away from the world’s most inspiring destinations. A long time ago, I discovered a passion for stories, language, and culture. Nowadays, I love sharing a glimpse into another world with you, whether at home or abroad. Check out my blog: www.jenontherun.com Just so you know, this description contains affiliate links, which means that if you purchase through one of the links or items mentioned in this video, I'll receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us run this channel and keep it free for you! Thank you for your support!